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Senior Adviser Organisational Development

Wellington Senior Advisor

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Senior Adviser – Organisational Development, People & Capability 

Location: Wellington City 

Type: Fixed-term, full-time (until March 2027) 

Salary: $100,934 – $135,076 (depending on experience)

Join the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and play a key role in shaping organisational culture, leadership capability, and inclusive workplace practices. This role focuses on delivering strategic organisational development initiatives that support a high-performing, people-focused environment.

You will collaborate across the People and Capability function, partnering with senior leaders and advisors to implement initiatives across leadership development, culture, performance, diversity and inclusion.

About You:

  • Experienced in organisational development within complex environments
  • Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills
  • Background in leadership capability, culture, and performance initiatives
  • Knowledge of New Zealand public service (preferred)
  • Relevant qualification in HR, OD, business, or similar

Why Join MPI:

  • Career development & internal opportunities
  • Study assistance & professional membership support
  • Inclusive and purpose-driven workplace

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Thursday 2nd July 2026 

Contact: Abby Walker at [email protected]

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Employment Type: Fixed Term

Capability Level: Designs

Domains of Knowledge: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Analytics and Data Science, Employee Engagement and Experience, Workforce Planning, and Organisational Development.

Find out more about Professional Accreditation and The Path - the Capability Framework for HR Professionals

Posted on 25 June 2026